Recent content by mlkco

Baja approximately 1980

I added an extra wind shield bumper to my hood as I never use the hood strut

I used this kit from Advanced adapters and everything was included. I did move the motor mounts 3 times to get the the shifter to workproperly I did have to heat the shifter and bend it to clear the dash. I used this FJ40 4 speed to Chevy small block conversion from Advanced adapters. I did...

I have dropped 2 of those wire clips into my doors. Is there a trick or special tools to install the locks through those tiny access panels. drivers door and the fold down rear hatch? Is there a special tool or do you know of an elf with tiny strong hands?

I agree with a previous entry. I bought mine because the body and frame were rust free. It was missing a lot of pieces and I spent a fortune getting the parts. I have way more in mine than I could ever get out of it. Not that I care because I'm not selling it. If I was doing it again I'd buy a...

That helps a lot to see all the views ThankYou

That help a lot. I've been delaying finishing the build trying to figure it out. Now I will continue

Thanks, That helps

Wow That is a fantastic build

I made the hardtop roof for my FJ40 from random parts sides and rear fold up tailgate I bought a new fiberglass top. the method I am using to this point is , 1. I bolted the new gutters on the sides and welded them then painted them except the front gutters as I'm not sure how to know if I'm...

How it looks today 98% finished. It's wicked dusty but it's 32 degrees out and too cold to wash. The only thing left to do is to finish wiring the "Vintage air" , work out the issue with my electric fan on the new aluminum radiator, the mufflers I installed are too loud. and finish installing...

I covered the transmission cover with a foam that I use in my day job in prosthetics and orthotics. Though not traditional I like the comforts of GPS and hands free phone

Because I'm old and spoiled I added Vintage Air. The FJ just looks better with my beautiful Niece sitting in it.

The power steering needed a new steering column. I made a spare tire rack and later moved to the other side.